1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1952 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1952 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1952 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 401 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3505 mm |
